A MAN has been arrested after a “serious incident” in Dublin this afternoon.
It is understood up to four people have been stabbed in the Stoneybatter area of Dublin 7.
It is understood multiple people were stabbed earlier this afternoonCollect image through journalist
Garda and ambulance services are at the scene in StoneybatterCollect image through journalist
In a statement, Gardai said: “We are currently at the scene of an incident in the Stoneybatter area of Dublin 7.
“A male has been arrested and is currently detained at a Garda station in the North City.
“There is no ongoing risk to the public at this time.
“Further information will be provided when available.”
According to The Irish Times, the attacks are believed to have occurred at three different locations in the Stoneybatter area.
One person is believed to have been stabbed in the doorway of their home.
The suspect was apprehended nearby on Manor Place.
There is a large garda presence in the area and other emergency services have attended.
The suspect is believed to have used regular household implements in the attack.
The victims have suffered non life-threatening injuries, it’s understood.
And the Manor Place area remains closed to traffic.
Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald has said locals are in a “state of shock”.
Posting on social media she said: “Terrible news from Stoneybatter this afternoon.
“My thoughts are with those injured and their families. The community is in a state of shock.
“The Gardai and emergency services are to be commended for their response.”
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